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Tiffany Studios
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Tiffany Studios
- "Geometric and Turtleback Tile" Table Lamp
shade impressed TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK
oil canister impressed 4383/TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK
base impressed with the Tiffany Studios monogram inside a circle- leaded glass, favrile glass and patinated bronze
with an urn-form "Turtleback Tile" base
Provenance
Minna Rosenblatt, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner, circa 1998
Acquired from the above by the present owner, circa 1998
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The shade with approximately 12 cracks to the glass tiles dispersed throughout. The Turtleback Tile band in the shade is in very good condition, with no visible cracks. The patinated bronze surfaces of the base with some occasional surface scratches, abrasions and gentle rubbing to the patina consistent with age and use. The Turtleback Tiles set into the base are in very good condition, with only one tiny surface fleck to the top border of one tile (1/8 inch). The green pigment over the leading on the tile band of the base with small scattered losses. The domed top surface of the oil canister with a shallow surface bruise to the outer perimeter (1 inch wide). The underside of the base appears to be over-painted. With replaced riser, socket cluster, wheel and finial. There is a loose element (perhaps a screw) caught inside the lower urn-form base unit which rattles when the base is vigorously moved. An attractive example of the model, displaying the ideal shade and base pairing, and strong luminous color to the iridescence on the Turtleback tiles embellishing the shade and base.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.